🗳️ Gehlot Urges Restoration of Congress Welfare Schemes in Rajasthan Ahead of PM Modi’s Ajmer Visit

Senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Ashok Gehlot, has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging the restoration of several welfare schemes launched during the previous Congress government in the state.

The letter was sent ahead of the Prime Minister’s scheduled visit to Ajmer, where he is expected to participate in public events and development programmes.

Gehlot Reminds PM of BJP’s Election Promise

In his communication, Gehlot reminded the Prime Minister of the promise made by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during the Assembly elections that if the party came to power in Rajasthan, it would not discontinue welfare schemes introduced by the previous Congress government.

However, the former Chief Minister claimed that several such programmes have either been stopped, modified, or implemented slowly after the change of government.

Focus on Welfare Initiatives

Gehlot highlighted that many of the schemes introduced during the Congress administration were designed to support farmers, women, students, and economically weaker sections.

He stressed that these initiatives had received a positive response from the public and had helped improve access to healthcare, education, and social welfare services across the state.

According to Gehlot, discontinuing or weakening these programmes could negatively affect thousands of beneficiaries who rely on them for financial assistance and social security.

Appeal for Continuity of Public Welfare

In the letter, the Congress leader urged the Prime Minister to intervene and ensure that beneficial schemes are continued regardless of political changes in the state government.

He also emphasized that public welfare programmes should remain above political rivalry, as they directly impact the lives of ordinary citizens.

Political Context

The issue has added a new dimension to the political debate in Rajasthan, where the opposition Congress has been criticizing the ruling government for allegedly rolling back welfare initiatives introduced during its tenure.

With the Prime Minister’s visit to Ajmer approaching, Gehlot’s letter is being viewed as a political appeal as well as a reminder of campaign commitments made by the BJP.

The development has once again brought the discussion about continuity of welfare policies and governance after a change in power to the forefront of state politics.